Dear Colleague,
New mothers in the state of Illinois will benefit from increased awareness of postpartum depression, as Illinois joins New Jersey as one of the only 2 states in the nation to mandate compulsory screening for PPD. The Perinatal Mental Health Disorders Prevention and Treatment Act, which took effect on January 1, 2008, requires healthcare professionals to provide educational materials to new mothers and family members and screen for postpartum depression and psychosis 4 times: in the third trimester, prior to discharge from the hospital or birthing center, at the first postnatal checkup, and at a well-baby visit before the child's first birthday.
Advocates of PPD legislation also have high hopes for the Melanie Blocker Stokes MOTHERS Act, which will make its way through both legislative chambers in the near future, enabling American mothers and families to receive increased access to postpartum depression information, appropriate mental health screening, and supportive services. As always, MedEdPPD.org will keep you up-to-date on the latest legislative news.
Medical
Updates
Single motherhood versus poor partner relationship: outcomes for antenatal mental health.
Bilszta JL, Tang M, Meyer D, Milgrom J, Ericksen J, Buist AE.
Aust N Z J Psychiatry. 2008 Jan;42(1):56-65.
This study compared the influence of single-mother status and level of partner support in a partnered relationship on emotional health in pregnancy.
Dietary glycemic index and load and the risk of postpartum depression in Japan: The Osaka Maternal and Child Health Study.
Murakami K, Miyake Y, Sasaki S, et al; The Osaka Maternal and Child Health Study Group.
J Affect Disord. 2008 Jan 11 [Epub ahead of print]
This study suggests that postpartum depression might be alleviated by a high-glycemic index diet.
Brief antenatal cognitive behaviour therapy group intervention for the prevention of postnatal depression and anxiety: A randomised controlled trial.
Austin MP, Frilingos M, Lumley J, Hadzi-Pavlovic D, Roncolato W, Acland S, Saint K, Segal N, Parker G.
J Affect Disord. 2008 Jan;105(1-3):35-44. Epub 2007 May 8.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a prenatal cognitive behavioral group intervention in a primary care setting for pregnant women at risk of developing depression or anxiety in the perinatal period.
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In
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Black and Blue: Depression Among African-Americans
US News.com, January 16, 2008
According to Terrie M. Williams, author of Black Pain: It Just Looks Like We're Not Hurting, there's a tendency to hide or ignore symptoms of depression in the African-American community. That tendency means missed opportunities to treat the disorder.
Women and Men Doctors Have Divergent Views on Women and Depression
Society for Women's Health Research, January 16,
2008
A recent survey conducted by the Society for Women’s Health Research found that female doctors were considerably more likely to mention difficult or complicated pregnancies or deliveries; lack of support or help with the baby; and difficulty dealing with a newborn, including sickness, as risk factors for PPD. In general, female doctors were more likely to attribute a woman’s sense of being overwhelmed as a source of PPD.
Maternal Distress Raises Risk of Childhood Asthma
US News and World Report.com, January 15, 2008
Canadian researchers have found a 25% higher risk of asthma in children whose mothers have persistent anxiety or depression. |
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Events
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Postpartum Psychosis and Infanticide
When: February 7
Where: Teleconference
Prenatal and Postpartum Mood Disorders
When: February 9
Where: Santa Clara, CA
Med
Ed
Resources
American Psychiatric Association
The APA, which represents nearly 36,000 psychiatrists worldwide, supports the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses.
National Clearinghouse on Families & Youth Literature Database
The NCFY literature database contains abstracts or summaries of more than 13,500 publications that focus on youth and family issues.
The Postpartum Resource Center of New York, Inc.
The Postpartum Resource Center of New York, Inc. is a self-help organization established to provide emotional support, educational information and healthcare and support group referrals to mothers suffering from prenatal and postpartum depression.
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